Overview
Burundi's cultural heart: the old royal capital of Gitega, the national museum and the drummers of Gishora.
Trip highlights
- Royal drummers at Gishora
- National Museum in Gitega
- Hill country and local markets
Day by day
- Day 1
Bujumbura to Gitega
Drive through the hills to Gitega, Burundi's political capital.
- Day 2
Gishora drum sanctuary
Watch the royal drummers perform at the Gishora sanctuary, a dance listed by UNESCO.
- Day 3
Gitega
Visit the National Museum and the local market, and meet craftspeople.
- Day 4
Gitega to Bujumbura
Drive back to Bujumbura.
Usually included
- Private vehicle with a professional English-speaking driver-guide
- Accommodation as listed, in your chosen standard
- Meals as described in the itinerary
- Park entrance fees and activities named in the itinerary
- Drinking water during drives
Usually not included
- International flights and visas
- Gorilla and chimpanzee permits, unless agreed in your quote
- Travel insurance
- Tips for guides and staff
- Drinks and personal items
Before every Burundi trip we check the latest travel advice with you and confirm that each region on the route is open to visitors.
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